Just as the 20th Maine Infantry Regiment answered the call 163 years ago today at the Battle of Little Round Top, we must do so once again against those who seek to divide and disempower us.
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Canaan native sheds light on 20th Maine Regiment in new book
Jared Peatman, who since middle school has been researching the group known for its role in the Battle of Gettysburg, plans to give talks in Brunswick, Canaan and Madison.
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Drain the swamp? We’re still waiting. | Letter
It’s disappointing. In countless stump speeches, Donald Trump promised to “drain the swamp.” The assumption was that he would reduce corruption in government. Instead, it seems he has taken title to it. It’s well documented that he’s greatly enriched himself and his family and followers from the power of the U.S. presidency. Perhaps more than […]
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Is ranked-choice voting used in Maine’s general election for governor? | Fact brief
Voters will choose this November between Republican Bobby Charles, Democrat Hannah Pingree and independent Rick Bennett to succeed Gov. Janet Mills.
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Feds say criminal group has stolen more than $100K in Maine using cloned EBT cards
Prosecutors have charged 1 man, who they allege obtained funds using cloned cards.
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Fayette’s Starling Hall open as cooling center
Fayette residents can beat the heat at Starling Hall on July 1-3 and enjoy a Spectrum Generations meal July 6.
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Farmington Fireworks set for July 3 at Pleasant Street Field
The Independence Day fireworks display is scheduled for dusk Friday, followed by a parade at 10 a.m. Saturday.
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Remember that Platner is crying out for attention | Letter
With all due respect to Chris Burns on his June 22 op-ed detailing “unfair” coverage of Graham Platner by this newspaper, Mr. Burns need only to look at Mr. Platner to understand why there is so much media coverage about him. For one thing, Platner demands attention. That is obvious from all of his past social […]
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This year’s Maine International Film Festival is a feast for movie lovers
From emotionally resonant documentaries to romances, the annual film festival, now in its 29th year, is a cinematic gift.
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Where to see Revolutionary War history across Maine
Take off on a road trip over the long holiday weekend and through the month of July for an up-close look at how Maine helped shape a nation.